President Joe Biden’s recent proposal to reform the United States Supreme Court has sparked a heated debate among politicians and experts. Biden, who has previously been an institutionalist and resisted court reform, outlined three key areas for change in an effort to restore public faith in the institution. First, he called for term limits on Supreme Court justices, suggesting an 18-year maximum term. Second, he proposed a standard code of conduct for justices to adhere to, including disclosing gifts and avoiding political activity. Third, Biden called for a constitutional amendment to remove wide immunity from criminal prosecution granted to US presidents.
Experts believe that Biden’s proposal is unlikely to pass in the current polarized Congress, but it could pave the way for future change if Democrats win big in the upcoming elections. Critics, including Republicans like Mitch McConnell, have denounced the proposed reforms as unconstitutional and accused Biden of seeking to alter the court for political gain.
Recent ethical scandals and a conservative shift in the court’s makeup during Trump’s presidency have intensified calls for reform. Democrats are using the issue of Supreme Court reform as a key campaign message to win votes in the upcoming elections. Biden’s proposals have highlighted the growing controversy surrounding the court’s integrity and impartiality, as well as the urgent need for change to ensure public trust in its rulings.
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